Contents
- Weather in October
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in October
- Average pressure in October
- Average wind speed in October
- Average humidity in October
- Average rainfall in October
- Average rainfall days in October
- Average snowfall in October
- Average snowfall days in October
- Average daylight in October
- Average sunshine in October
- Average sunshine days in October
- Average UV index in October
- Average cloud cover in October
- Average visibility in October
Weather in October
Temperature
Transition from September to October is accompanied by a temperature drop, with average high-temperatures decreasing from an agreeable 71.8°F (22.1°C) to a moderate 58.5°F (14.7°C). Lancaster experiences an average low-temperature of 45.5°F (7.5°C) in month of October.Humidity
In October, the average relative humidity is 78%.Rainfall
In Lancaster, during October, the rain falls for 15 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.34" (34mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 139.2 rainfall days, and 14.84" (377mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in Lancaster, New York, are January through May, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows in Lancaster. Throughout October, in the average 0.7 snowfall days, it receives 0.08" (2mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Lancaster, there are 62.1 snowfall days, and 12.68" (322mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In Lancaster, the average length of the day in October is 11h and 2min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 6:55 pm. On the last day of October, in Lancaster, sunrise is at 7:48 am and sunset at 6:07 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In Lancaster, the average sunshine in October is 4.5h.UV index
In Lancaster, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during October leads to these instructions:
Although prolonged sun exposure does not typically bother most people, children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always have protection. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions
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Average temperature in October
Lancaster, NY
- Average high temperature in October: 58.5°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (29.3°F).
- Average low temperature in October: 45.5°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.7°F).
Average pressure in October
Lancaster, NY
- Average pressure in October: 30"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.09"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).
Average wind speed in October
Lancaster, NY
- Average wind speed in October: 8.6mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.5mph).
Average humidity in October
Lancaster, NY
- Average humidity in October: 78%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (75%).
Average rainfall in October
Lancaster, NY
- Average rainfall in October: 1.34"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.61").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.91").
Average rainfall days in October
Lancaster, NY
- Average rainfall days in October: 15 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.4 days).
Average snowfall in October
Lancaster, NY
- Average snowfall in October: 0.08"
The months with the highest snowfall are January and February (2.95").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in October
Lancaster, NY
- Average snowfall days in October: 0.7 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Lancaster, NY
- Average daylight in October: 11h and 0min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).
- Average sunshine in October: 4h and 3min
The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in October
Lancaster, NY
- Average sunshine days in October: 13.4 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (15.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (10.2 days).
Average UV index in October
Lancaster, NY
- Average UV index in October: 2
The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in October
Lancaster, NY
- Average cloud cover in October: 52
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 77).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).
Average visibility in October
Lancaster, NY
- Average visibility in October: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and March (5mi).
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